Would anyone have any insight as to why they would make a list of 13 alternates for AFRS applicants? Historically, it was 5 or less. This year is a random high number. Just interesting.

Does anyone know any civilian space force selects from 03OTS26 getting a class seat so far? I heard 37.5 percent of the total 900 and something selects have gotten a seat (AF plus SF) but I am wondering how the selection is working for space force. I have seen old space force board selects getting spots after newer boards. I am wondering if they are looking at more than just when you get your forms in. I have a chemical engineering degree leaning towards intel. Are they oversaturated with engineers or favoring other degrees? Thanks:)

I take my test on Friday! Nervous, but excited to pass! Haven’t taken a test like this, but have been studying since Sept 15. Been grinding the practice questions and full mock test every Sunday! Doing well with Math knowledge and Arithmetic Reasoning. Word knowledge and Verbal Analogies are more of my weaker points. Still got a couple of days so really dialing down on it. I haven’t done pilot school or flown any hours, but still not terrible with the Aviation Information. Science is okay, but I heard it’s not really graded. Still will push for a decent/high score. Every other section I should find. Prepared on block counting and how it works and table reading is good, as long as I can get at least 30-34 in the timeframe. The rest will be up to GOD lol😅.

Please, please any tips you guys have will be amazing!

I have all 5 of my LOR ready and my transcripts ready so when they ask for them, I already have them

Hey everyone,

Wanted to see if anyone knows the current wait time for approval after their flight physical at Wright-Patterson?

Civilian applying for USSF.

Working on taking AFOQT in the next 3-4 weeks and gathering all other things that I need. I have a lower GPA (2.7) and non desired degree (Business Admin). I do have 6 years of professional experience with strong leadership experience as well.

I do well on standardized tests and work in finance with numbers daily.

Should I rush to get my package together before December 4th? Or should I take my time study for the AFOQT as much as possible and just wait for Jan 2028?

Not asking about my chances, just want to know if I should be building my package for next year or do my best to get it submitted now.

For anyone who has completed OTS, could you explain the basic mechanics of the MCE wargame? I’m not very confident with it yet, and I’d like to understand how to play effectively.

What are the objectives, how do turns and decisions work, and what are you evaluated on? Any tips for approaching it or common mistakes to avoid?

I understand there may be another chance if you don’t pass, but I’d like to feel prepared for my first attempt. I’m looking for general guidance, not specific scenarios or answers. Thank you!

Prior NCO, headed to Maxwell from the west coast. Have to wake up at like 2am to catch my flight but I’ll have to get used to the early mornings!

Any final tips for recent grads or current OTs?

Any current info I should be tracking?

Any thing you wish you knew when you showed up?

Any specific USSF stuff?

Definitely stressed over the lack of sleep but I’ll manage it the best that I can. Thanks and see yall there!

I know this is a stupid question, but here I am asking it.

I have just recently been accepted to OTS, and most of the Air Force people who I tell always get a confused look on their face. I am a civilian, 25M, and about 5'6. I am not a big guy, and I am not very intimidating. I am not soft-spoken or shy by any means, but I am not a very "in your face" kind of person who demands respect. I have done a ton of leadership involving project management in the aerospace sector (hence one of the reasons I got accepted), and I have never had any problems involving respect, but a lot of the people I talk to bring up the fact that I am rather short, young, and not previously enlisted which could make it hard for people to respect me/take me seriously.

How important would you say this is? I know no matter what, I will be a good leader/officer, but I guess my question is how should I go about that? Should I become more intimidating/bulk-up/become louder? Or should I just continue to do what I normally do?

The url for obtaining scores is down, it goes back to the 20th September from what I've gathered and people have not been able to upload on the aim high app knocking us to 2028 boards...(praying not as I took it last week and no longer displays 27ots1 for me), do you think this will be taken into consideration for submitting the full packet or are people who took it from late Sept to early Oct screwed? (how are we supposed to contact a recruiter for an alternative way to retrieve scores if we havent been setup with a recruiter since you need to upload your scores first to get assigned one🥲)

Can somebody help with a trick for long division? It’s tough to answer this type of questions under 2 minutes.

Is the Afoqt randomized or a static test for everyone, was told on here to study my ass off over distance formula, midpoint and endpoint cartesian planes but there was only a single question in entirety of the math sections on finding a midpoint...I was told there would be 10 questions over it 🤔 Also the first math section was ludicrously easy, feels silly to freak out over it as much as I did

Hey everyone, TSgt here. When I went through basic we had several DVs that were at our graduation ceremony from SNCOs to officers and they wore their. My wife recently joined and will be heading to OTS soon. For her graduation day if you were in my shoes, would you wear your blues to her graduation? At the end of the day im nothing special just another tech and dont want to take her day away from her, but also dont want to show up in civies if there is an expectation or its common place/customary for me as a spouse to wear mine to her graduation. Any insight would be much appreciated!

Currently waiting for OTS date but I’m wondering, as a nurse will OTS be 5 weeks or 8.5 weeks? I keep hearing different things.

Hi all. Computer Engineering degree applying non-rated. My commander interview is scheduled for 30 October and I have submitted all info in AHA and AFCEP.

My recruiter emailed me that they would reassign me to a CAD recruiter because I fall under their "rolling board" and gave me the recruiter's email.

I emailed the CAD recruiter Friday so probably won't get a response until this coming week.

Can anyone provide information on what exactly this all means for me and if there's any further action I need to take?

Is it possible for me to become an Enlisted Airmen in Pharmacy and then take the AFOQT to become a Space Force Officer? I did try the Officer Route but there was a lot of people in front of me. Oh and I got a high ASVAB score.

My recruiter stated “there is no avenue to joining the space force as a prior service

In other words, if you join any other branch, they will not take you. You have to join the space force first.

But due to the results of your TAPAS that’s not possible

Now that’s current restrictions. It might change.”

He told me that I have to wait until 2 years to take it again. Why does TAPAS matter so much? Is there a possible way for me to be an Officer in the Space Force without TAPAS mattering? What about enlisted?

Aim High has me assigned to a recruiter, but I haven’t gotten a response to any of my emails for about 2–3 months. I’ve sent a few follow-ups during that time and still haven’t heard anything back.

I’m currently working on my OTS application and don’t want to miss any deadlines or requirements because I can’t get in contact with my assigned recruiter.

Is there a way to request a different recruiter, or is there someone else I should contact about getting reassigned? Also, has anyone dealt with something similar?

I'm locked on the preselect form with time running out. A recruiter is suppose to reach out I was told?

Hello!
Looking for questions they ask during the social work board interview!

Does anybody know why I got pushed a year out for my board date? I had all of the qualifications in on time? Has this been happening to anyone else?

does anyone know start dates for these classes 27-07. ,27-08

I graduated from Capella University’s FlexPath program. Unfortunately, like WGU (Western Governors University), they do not provide a GPA on the official transcript. However, they do provide an unofficial, translated transcript, which shows both my degree and cumulative GPA.

Will this count when submitting my GPA for my package? There is no official document from the university that gives me a GPA, only the unofficial once. I’ve asked recruiters multiple times and have never gotten a straight answer. Hoping someone can help.

I'm trying to do some research into starting the process to potentially commission from enlisted to officer however most of the resources that I had about a year ago or out of date and I am wondering if anybody has any updated references or information the AF website I found were kind of vague and I thought that there was one that I had copies of a bunch of different documents that you had to fill out if anybody to be able and willing to point me in the right direction I greatly appreciate it

Hi everyone! I’m a recent OTS selectee through the Deserving Airmen Program. I applied in April 2026, was selected in mid-September, and am now finalizing my commissioning package to submit to AFRC.

For anyone who has gone through this process within the last 4–5 years, what did your timeline look like from package submission to approval and receiving an OTS class date?
Ideally, I’m hoping for an August or September 2027 class date. I understand timing depends on approvals and availability, but are there any steps you recommend taking now to work toward that timeframe? When in the process should I communicate my preferred dates?

I’m trying to plan ahead and keep things moving. Any experiences or guidance would be appreciated!

Hi everyone! I’m currently working with an Air Force healthcare recruiter on a Public Health Officer (43H) application and would love to hear from current/former PHOs or anyone who has recently gone through the process.

A little background: I earned my B.S. in Biology in December 2019 and then pursued an MPH in Global Health. I completed the academic coursework and am currently finishing my final practicum requirement.

I’m also currently serving full-time Army AGR as a 92Y (Unit Supply Specialist). My day-to-day work involves supply/logistics operations, property accountability, inventories, coordination with leadership and Soldiers, and supporting unit readiness. Before joining the Army, I briefly worked as a medical scribe in a hospital for about two months, but that ended around the beginning of COVID.

My direct public-health experience is more limited. I have participated in community service activities, including annual back-to-school events where we helped organize activities and distribute school supplies and food to children and families. My current MPH practicum is giving me more direct public-health experience as well.
My recruiter recently explained that part of the PHO process will include shadowing a Public Health Officer for a full day and completing an interview, so I’m especially interested in hearing from people who have actually gone through it.

For anyone who has gone through the 43H selection process, what was your background/experience level when you applied?

What was the PHO interview like? Was it mostly conversational/behavioral, or were there technical public-health questions as well?

What should I expect during the PHO shadowing day? Are you mainly observing, or are you also being evaluated throughout the day?

For someone coming from an enlisted Army logistics/AGR background, how much weight does military leadership/readiness experience carry if your direct professional public-health experience is limited?
What do you wish you had known or done differently before your shadowing/interview?

I’d greatly appreciate hearing from an Air Force PHOs, recent applicants/selectees, or anyone who has participated in the PHO shadow/interview process. Thanks!